X2 Caddis dry

When Caddis Are on the Wing, This Is the One

The X2 Caddis is a modern caddis dry fly that covers all the bases — it suggests an adult caddis riding the surface, a cripple stuck in the film, or an emerging pupa all at once. That versatility is exactly why it produces so consistently during caddis hatches, and why it earns a permanent spot in the dry fly box of anyone who fishes caddis water.

What's in the Pattern

• Hook - Fulling Mill Ultimate Dry Fly FM5050
• Antron shuck — trails behind the fly to suggest a partially emerged caddis, triggering strikes from trout keyed in on vulnerable insects in the film
• Hair wing — low-profile and water-resistant, sitting flush over the body for a realistic adult caddis silhouette
• Tinsel rib — adds segmentation and a subtle flash that catches light in the surface film
• Dubbed head — clean, tapered finish that completes the profile and adds a touch of texture at the front of the fly
• Four color options — tan, olive green, black, and tan/red to match caddis species across a wide range of rivers and seasons
• Hand-tied at Ty's Flies with consistent proportions in every size

Dead Drift It, Skate It, Let It Swing

Fish it dead drift during the hatch, skate it across a seam to imitate an egg-laying adult, or let it swing at the end of a drift to trigger a downstream take. The X2 Caddis handles every presentation with confidence. Available in sizes 12–18.

Versatile. Realistic. Hand-tied at Ty's Flies.